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Perspex is clearly superior in the fashion world

Valentino transparent rockstud trench coat. Courtesy mytheresa.com

This season saw the introduction of a new material to clothing and accessories - Perspex. Read Article Perspex is clearly superior in the fashion world

A Night with The National - fashion extravaganza

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Win an invitation for you and a guest for a celebration of all things decadent to be held at Maison Sez in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday, June 26. Read Article A Night with The National - fashion extravaganza

'Angel of the dump' transforms lives in the Philippines

A worker arranges products composed of push-tabs from aluminium cans at the Philippine Christian Foundation in Manila. Noel Celis / AFP

Lives in the Philippines are transformed when an expat shows how to take rubbish and turn it into high-end fashion items. Read Article 'Angel of the dump' transforms lives in the Philippines

A man's passion for making handbags

Mark Tallowin's core collection, top to bottom: the Inkwell, Kettlebell, Flatiron and Split Wedge models. Courtesy Adam Laycock

The Life: Mark Tallowin realised it was time for a career change. He could not stop thinking about ladies' handbags rather than his job as a tree surgeon. Read Article A man's passion for making handbags

Katie Trotter: To pull off minimalism opt for simple and structured

Minimalism, when it comes to fashion, is - despite what the name suggests - incredibly difficult to orchestrate. Read Article Katie Trotter: To pull off minimalism opt for simple and structured

Trend Alert: Floral accessories

Floral accessories are an easy way to add a burst of sunshine to your home or outfit. Clash the ultra feminine print with scuffed jeans and messy hair for an air of summer cool.  Read Article Trend Alert: Floral accessories

Trend alert: Footloose

Prepare for summer sun with these statement and classic sandals. Men's footwear goes experimental with silver gladiators or casual in simple dark leather. Read Article Trend alert: Footloose

Katie Trotter: Keep it natural and simple as things hot up

If there is anything worse than dressing for searing temperatures, it is dressing for the thick, dense, soupy air they call humidity. Read Article Katie Trotter: Keep it natural and simple as things hot up

Desi girl: When a pair of must-have shoes becomes your destiny

I patted myself on the back for having had the will-power to resist The Shoes. Then I went back.  Read Article Desi girl: When a pair of must-have shoes becomes your destiny

Katie Trotter: Expect contrast in your wardrobe beyond the heat

Interestingly, navy blue has overtaken the normally staple black for the season. It's actually a more forgiving colour on most skin types. Read Article Katie Trotter: Expect contrast in your wardrobe beyond the heat

Trend Alert: Statement earrings

Short, feminine earrings make a comeback this season. Think 1980s style meets laid-back cool with these statement accessories. For an authentic feel stick to a clip-on variety in flashy gold. Read Article Trend Alert: Statement earrings

VOGUE Café opens in Dubai Mall

The National was the only publication to be granted a sneak peek behind the scenes of the much-anticipated VOGUE Café, opening in Dubai Mall this Wednesday. Here's your exclusive preview and details of what culinary delights await you.  Read Article VOGUE Café opens in Dubai Mall

New Arabic reality TV show on MBC1 means it's time to face the facts

The reality TV roller coaster shows no signs of slowing down with another new series having just taken to the airwaves. Here's your guide to MCB1's Arabic make-up show Wojooh Jamalek. Read Article New Arabic reality TV show on MBC1 means it's time to face the facts


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In pictures: 918 Spyder hybrid

The finished product will be revealed this autumn at the Frankfurt Motor Show, and you can buy one in the Gulf next January if you have a spare Dh3.3million.

The finished product will be revealed this autumn at the Frankfurt Motor Show, and you can buy one in the Gulf next January if you have a spare Dh3.3million.  In pictures: 918 Spyder hybrid

In pictures: Miss USA competition 2013

Donald Trump hosted the Miss USA Pageant in Las Vegas, with Miss Connecticut Erin Brady winning the crown.

Donald Trump hosted the Miss USA Pageant in Las Vegas, with Miss Connecticut Erin Brady winning the crown.  In pictures: Miss USA competition 2013

Benjarong serves up authentic Thai tastes

The intimate and stylish Benjarong restaurant serves up authentic Thai dishes. Courtesy Dusit Thani

The Thai restaurant Abu Dhabi's Dusit Thani hotel serves up cuisine that is the real deal.   Benjarong serves up authentic Thai tastes

The spa with its own juice bar

Carlo Laiso, the beverage manager at The Ritz-Carlton Hotel. Sarah Dea / The National

Carlo Laiso, the beverage manager at The Ritz-Carlton, DIFC, where fresh, healthy juice is being paired with face and body treatments as part of the Spa Bar experience, is also being billed as a "juice sommelier".  The spa with its own juice bar

Click and win: sign up to participate in MORE Café's photography contest

The winning image by Sven Poulter in the adult category in last year's competition. Courtesy MORE Café

MORE Café has just launched its summer 2013 photography competition in collaboration with Gulf Photo Plus and Paul Macleod Photography.   Click and win: sign up to participate in MORE Café's photography contest

Take a walk on the wild side in Congo

A gorilla at Parc national Nouabale-Ndoki in Republic of Congo (Photo by Stuart Butler)

Stuart Butler explores the Congo's beaches, pristine rainforests and gorilla camps by foot, boat, car and air.   Take a walk on the wild side in Congo

Newsmaker: Christopher Nolan is a different kind of storyteller

Christopher Nolan

The Man of Steel co-writer and producer has made a career out of telling complex, thought-provoking narratives.  Newsmaker: Christopher Nolan is a different kind of storyteller

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